Tridem
Tridem is a term used primarily in heavy road transport to describe a vehicle configuration that uses three axles in the axle group, typically on a semi-trailer. The configuration increases payload capacity and improves load distribution compared with conventional two-axle trailers.
In practice, a tridem setup can refer to a three-axle trailer pulled by a tractor, or to
Regulatory frameworks vary by country and region. Many jurisdictions regulate gross vehicle weight and axle weights,
Common applications include heavy construction equipment, timber and logging, agriculture, and long-haul freight, where higher payloads
Outside the transport context, the term tridem is sometimes used as a brand name or product designation